The TECH360 business technology conference will focus on artificial intelligence applications across industries, scheduled for October 15 at Penn State Great Valley in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Hosted by the Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council, the “AI for All” themed event aims to provide business leaders with practical strategies for implementing AI in their organizations, featuring speakers from IBM, Vanguard, and other regional companies.
What you should know: The full-day conference runs from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will demonstrate how AI is transforming various sectors including logistics, life sciences, finance, and manufacturing.
- The event will showcase real-world AI applications across organizational levels, from frontline operations to executive leadership.
- Attendees can expect feature presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to help leaders “harness AI for lasting organizational impact and bring back actionable insights for their teams.”
Why this matters: Business leaders are struggling to move from AI awareness to strategic implementation in an increasingly competitive landscape.
- “Every day we see news about AI and its potential capabilities, yet most leaders are still grappling with best practices for its strategic implementation,” said Charlotte Conroy, ITAG vice chairwoman and programming committee lead, and managing partner at Recent Communications.
- The conference addresses the gap between AI’s theoretical potential and practical deployment in real business environments.
Who’s behind it: ITAG organizes the annual conference to foster regional tech innovation in southeastern Pennsylvania.
- The event brings together top companies, organizations, academic institutions, and technology professionals from the region.
- TECH360 operates through volunteer efforts from public, private, and educational organizations, supported by both public and private investments.
What they’re saying: Conference organizers emphasize the practical focus and networking value of this year’s event.
- “This year’s event will showcase real-world AI applications that are driving measurable growth, efficiency, and innovation across industries and provide attendees with a one-of-a-kind networking experience,” said Mike Grigalonis, president and COO of Chester County Economic Development Council.
- “In a time where AI is no longer a future vision but a present reality, TECH360 attendees will learn practical strategies for implementing AI in their organizations today,” Conroy noted.
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